Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (H)

University of Miami • Miami, FL

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About The Position

The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist prepares prescribed solutions and administers anesthetic following specified methods and procedures. Moreover, the incumbent works in collaboration with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other physicians and medical professionals to deliver anesthesia for medical and surgical procedures. Preforms pre- and post-anesthesia patient visits and documents anesthesia notes on patient records. Reviews medical history, evaluating patients and determining proper methods of anesthesia. Performs or evaluate diagnostic tests, such as radiographs (x-rays) and electrocardiograms (EKG's). Measures and monitors the level and speed at which anesthesia is administered. Monitors patient vital signs to ensure safety, to include skin color, pupil dilation, pulse, heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, ventilation or urine output. Informs physician of patient's condition during anesthesia. Manages patients' airway or pulmonary status using techniques, such as endotracheal intubation, mechanical ventilation, pharmacological support, respiratory therapy, and extubation. Oversees patient recovery from anesthesia and cares for patient's immediate post-operative needs. Prepares prescribed solutions and administers local, intravenous, spinal or other anesthetics following specified methods and procedures. Responds to emergency situations by providing airway management, administering fluids or drugs, and using basic or advanced life support techniques. Develops anesthesia care plans. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in relevant field.
• Certification as a Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA).
• Minimum 2 years of experience.
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure.

Responsibilities

• Prepares prescribed solutions and administers anesthetic following specified methods and procedures.
• Collaborates with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other medical professionals to deliver anesthesia for medical and surgical procedures.
• Performs pre- and post-anesthesia patient visits and documents anesthesia notes on patient records.
• Reviews medical history, evaluates patients, and determines proper methods of anesthesia.
• Performs or evaluates diagnostic tests, such as radiographs (x-rays) and electrocardiograms (EKG's).
• Measures and monitors the level and speed at which anesthesia is administered.
• Monitors patient vital signs to ensure safety.
• Informs physician of patient's condition during anesthesia.
• Manages patients' airway or pulmonary status using various techniques.
• Oversees patient recovery from anesthesia and cares for patient's immediate post-operative needs.
• Responds to emergency situations by providing airway management and administering fluids or drugs.
• Develops anesthesia care plans.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree